Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

The Chestnuts, 25 Mount Road, Hinckley LE10 1AD
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  • Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley, Hinckley
Shooting Stars offers high quality childcare in a convenient location in the centre of Hinckley. At the nursery, your child will receive a rich, stimulating nursery experience which will be a positive influence on their learning and development.

The nursery operates in a fantastic building which has been converted to a very high standard to provide a warm and caring environment.

Each room is purposely designed for a particular age group and is well equipped to a high standard with stimulating, educational toys and games and a range of small and large equipment to encourage relevant physical development.

Care Provided by Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Melanie Bedford (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 26
  • Total Places for Children
  • 78
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

  • Half day rate: £46.25(under 3s) / £43.75 (3-5s)
    Full day rate: £80 (under 3s) / £75.50 (3-5s)
    Full time weekly rate £341 (under 3s) / £330 (3-5s)
    Booking fee £40 & refundable deposit £100 to secure a place
    EYNF 15 and 30 hours funding accepted (sundry charges apply - please enquire). Payment by Tax Free Childcare accepted


  • Parking
  • Ample parking is provided for parents in on site car park when dropping off and collecting their children


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Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley has a Review Score of 10 (9.995) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley has 56 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From visiting this nursery in December 2023, we knew that the smaller, home from home feel would be ideal for our son who gets easily overwhelmed.
Fast forward to September 2024 and our initial impressions were not wrong. Our son was at first very distressed and it took him a while to settle. The
staff were so compassionate, reassuring and patient, not to mention persistent! Their hard work paid off and he has now formed an amazing bond with his key worker!
Since September he has developed so well and we've loved seeing him engage in the varied activities. The staff encourage the children to engage with new sensory stimuli and they thoughtfully plan activities to suit their interests. This is timely communicated on the app. The facilities are engaging - my son loves the sensory room! The menu is also incredible, he eats so well each day!
Picking a nursery is a difficult decision but this one gets five Shooting Stars! The staff genuinely care about the children. It was the best decision we made!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Going back to work after maternity after having a baby can be such an emotional and difficult time. But knowing my little boy is in such good hands and has settled so quickly after only starting at the start of the year is such a reassurance.
The staff are amazing and have not only been amazing with
my little boy but with me too, giving that support and regular updates to what he has been up to (all through an online app and cameras I can check in on!) You can see how much my little boy loves them all and has the best time.
In such a short time he has taken part in some lovely activities, such as sand, water, sensory activities and outdoor play. I have noticed a huge difference in his development, learning new things each time he comes away.
If you are thinking of taking your little one to Shooting Stars, I honestly couldn't recommend it enough! Thank you so much!

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you very much for leaving such a lovely review for our team. It's great to hear how the team have supported you and your little boy through the tough transition from maternity leave back to work and nursery. We really appreciate your recommendation. Many thanks, Shooting Stars Nurseries


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our first experiences of the nursery since our child started in Sep 24 have all been excellent. We have been impressed by the friendliness of all the staff and our baby's development has been amazing so far. He loves going to nursery and spending time there. We are also impressed by the transparency
of the daily updates provided on the app and the ability to check on our child via nursery cam. Overall, we are very pleased and hoping for the excellent service to continue.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for sharing your feedback on your experience so far, it's great to hear that your little boy is enjoying his time here and that he's making great progress with his development. Thank you for choosing Shooting Stars to care for your little boy!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Shooting Stars at Hinckley are exceptional. Their manner, dedication, support and facilities embody everything you could ever wish for in a childcare provider - and more. They are the fourth nursery I've experienced and by far the highest standard. My child cannot wait to attend, having formed strong
bonds with all the staff and being given opportunities to develop in a fun and engaging way. Whether it's messy play, song time, outdoor exploration or meal times, he loves every minute. The staff relationships with parents is also outstanding, always greeting with a smile, personalising interactions and showing that nothing is ever too much trouble. I 100% recommend Shooting Stars.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

We were delighted to read your review! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us, and with other prospective parents who might be considering Shooting Stars as their chosen childcare provider.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot rate this nursery enough!
Being a very nervous parent to twins, one of which has complex health needs, it was really important to find the right nursery for us all!
From the minute I set foot in Shooting Stars for our look around I immediately felt at ease. We had to look at the nursery
of two very different children's perspectives. The nursery catered for both above and beyond.
We had our first stay-and-play where we were able to stay and talk to all the practitioners which also put our minds at ease. I told them all about my worries and concerns to which they listened and reassured me. With my daughter, I was concerned about how the other children and about the environment she would be in. I explained my concerns and on my second visit, it was clear that all my concerns had been listened to and they had put fantastic plans into place. The equipment and activities they have for both of my children are fantastic. Would recommend it to everyone.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that your family feels well supported at Shooting Stars and that we have been able to tailor our offering to meet the needs of both of your children. We're delighted to have you in the Shooting Stars family!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Extremely happy with the care, the staff really friendly and approachable, really feel that they care about my son.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review for us, we really appreciate your feedback! It's great to hear that you have confidence in the care provided by our staff team and that their dedication to the wellbeing of the children is evident to you as a parent. Many thanks.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't be happier with the care provided at Shooting Stars Hinckley. The staff are professional and clearly love what they do. My son absolutely loves going to nursery and has a great bond with the girls that take care of him. Also, shout out to the chef too - food is a big thing in our household
and my son eats so well at nursery - the menu is healthy and varied and similar to the meals we would serve him at home.
I would highly recommend this childcare facility to friends and family.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

We really appreciate the time you have taken to leave us a review about your experience of Shooting Stars Nursery Hinckley! We'll share your comments with the staff team, including giving your compliments to the chef! Many thanks again


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Happy with the support and care my child gets every day. My daughter enjoys every moment of Shooting Stars. The staff are friendly and caring. She’s having a good time. No concerns at all. Can see she has improved her social skills since she started nursery.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for our staff team and nursery environment. The views of our families are very important to us and not only help us to improve but help other families choose the right nursery for their children. Many thanks.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Shooting Stars now since she was 9 months old, she’s now 2.4 years old and still loving being at nursery. I feel like Shooting Stars Hinckley really focuses on childhood development and offers great learning opportunities for my daughter. She thoroughly enjoys going to nursery
and can’t wait to tell me what she’s got up to at nursery when I pick her up. The large rooms with lots of different resources for my daughter to explore and great garden space offer her plenty of room to run around and enjoy herself outside which she thoroughly loves! The staff are always really happy and polite when we’re around and give great feedback on my daughter’s day which is really reassuring to hear. Highly recommend.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with the care our little boy has at Shooting Stars. Every day he goes into nursery happy and excited for the day. He has made lovely relationships with staff and has made friendships with other children in his room. His transition between rooms has been seamless and all anxiety about
leaving him at nursery quickly disappeared. We know our little boy is loved when he goes to nursery and he has the best opportunities given to him to help him develop. The seasonal menu is incredible and he always finishes his meals or second servings. The menu at Shooting Stars is nutritious and similar to what he eats at home. It's all cooked in-house by their chef, who our little boy always waves at in the morning at drop-off.
All the staff are very kind and welcoming and will take the time to explain things more thoroughly if needed, e.g. funding. The resources are fantastic and the garden is fantastic.
We are very happy with our choice of nursery!

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for your review of our setting, staff team and catering too - we'll be sure to pass your son's compliments to the chef!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We’re so happy with our choice to send our daughter to Shooting Stars. The staff have been nothing but amazing throughout every transition.
My daughter adores everyone in her room and has made some great friends.
My favourite thing about Shooting Stars is the amazing menu they have for the children.
They provide high-quality, nutritious, diverse food every day. They all sit together and eat the same thing which has really helped prevent any picky eating issues. My daughter consistently eats 2-3 plates of every meal - including the veggies! Couldn’t be happier with Shooting Stars and would recommend it in a heartbeat. So grateful for the tireless work all the staff members put in, from the people in the rooms to management, and everyone else who keeps it running smoothly. Thank you for everything you do!

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review and recommendation, it is much appreciated. We too are very proud of our hardworking team, and we couldn't agree more that the food created for the children each day is the perfect fuel for fuelling the children's growth, development and learning.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommend this nursery. I have two children who both attend/attended here and would not go anywhere else. My eldest left preschool in August and my youngest has just started in baby room at 7 months old. The staff are extremely friendly, they really care and look after the children individually,
building a very special bond. The rooms are clean and full of so many resources for the children to play with. There is a variety of food and my eldest always loved the food she was given!

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you so much for your review, we'll be sure to pass your feedback to the staff team and also your compliments to the chef! We're delighted to have your youngest child join us in the baby room. Thank you for your continued support.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended nursery since he was 10 months old. He has moved through the rooms and loved every stage. All of the staff are incredibly caring and attentive and my son has absolutely flourished in the setting.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for your review and your continued support, we are delighted that you are happy with the care and attention provided by our team and the positive impact you feel Shooting Stars has had on his learning and development. We also appreciate the time you have taken to leave your feedback. It means a lot to all of the staff team and management and helps prospective families to get a flavour for Shooting Stars. Thank you!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our daughters have attended Shooting Stars with my youngest now in Pre School 1. We are extremely happy with the level of service provided, all the staff are friendly and welcoming and our daughter is always excited to go and play and see her friends. We have noticed her vocabulary and other
skills improving hugely as a result of the care she receives at nursery and would recommend this setting to anyone.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for your review and for your continued support of Shooting Stars. We are delighted that you and your family continue to have such a positive experience with the care provided at Shooting Stars. Our staff team care deeply for the children and will always do whatever they can to ensure they are safe and happy. We also appreciate the time you have taken to leave your feedback. It means a lot to all of the staff team and management and helps prospective families to get a flavour for Shooting Stars. Thank you!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have/are attending Shooting Stars, the care from all of the staff here is second to none. My first child attended shooting stars over six years ago and a lot of the staff are still here from then, clearly showing what a great place it is. The staff truly make this place, they are always
going the extra mile to make this a wonderful place for your children to flourish in.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for your review and for your continued support of Shooting Stars. We are delighted that you and your family continue to have such a positive experience with the care provided at Shooting Stars. Our staff team care deeply for the children and will always do whatever they can to ensure they are safe and happy. We also appreciate the time you have taken to leave your feedback. It means a lot to all of the staff team and management and helps prospective families to get a flavour for Shooting Stars. Thank you!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is such a lovely and supportive nursery. They are so good at communicating and supporting all of my son's educational and emotional needs in and out of the nursery. My son has a lovely bond with his key worker, who is very informative. He is so happy to go to nursery, and we have watched his confidence
blossom over the time he has attended. I think we will all miss Shooting Stars a lot when he goes to school.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us; it is wonderful to share each child's early years journey and watch as they grow in confidence and independence as they develop. We will be sure to pass your feedback to your son's key person, who will be delighted to hear that you're so happy with the care provided. Thank you.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since our son started nursery in September, he has come on leaps and bounds. His confidence has grown so much with every passing week. There is no better feeling than seeing him run excitedly to the door, waving to his friends and key people. We love being able to see what he gets up to on the app and
on the camera. We recommend the nursery to all family and friends. The staff and facilities are amazing! Thank you for being the best for our son.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful staff providing excellent care. My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery, and it’s amazing seeing how well she has developed since she started. We are really grateful to every member of the team who has made her nursery experience a positive one.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you so much for taking the time to share feedback about your family's Shooting Stars experience! We are delighted that your daughter enjoys her nursery days with us and that she's making such amazing progress too. Many thanks from the team at Shooting Stars Hinckley.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My first child started earlier this year when I went back to work. The staff couldn't have been more supportive of my daughter and me during this transition. The building and garden are lovely. I felt secure with the communication I recieved daily from the nursery on the apps and at handover. Would
100% recommend.

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for sharing details of your experience with us and with other prospective families. It's great to hear that you and your daughter experienced a positive transition when joining Shooting Stars and felt supported by our team. We also appreciate the time you have taken to leave a review and thank you for choosing Shooting Stars. Many thanks


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery. Very nurturing with a wide range of activities every day.
Good outdoor space with two play areas. Wide range of food on the menu
Very clean and welcoming. Both my children have attended this nursery. The youngest is in the preschool room and loves it!

Reply from Hollie Higgins, Marketing at Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us; it is fantastic to hear that your family continues to enjoy such a positive nursery experience at Shooting Stars Hinckley.


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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.995)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.995) out of 10 for Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.995 for Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley is calculated as follows: ( (203 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.995

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 78 number of registered child places is 15.6, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley

What is the Age Range of Children that Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley accepts?

Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley Open?

Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley have capacity for?

Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley has capacity for a total of 78 Children.

How far is Shooting Stars Nurseries at Hinckley to the centre of Hinckley?

0.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.